Windshield wipers and washer Operating the lever can switch between automatic operation and manual operation, or can use the washer. Notice: When the windshield is dry Do not use the wipers, as they may damage the windshield. Operating the wiper lever Operate the lever operates the wipers or washer as follows. Intermittent windshield wipers with interval adjuster (U.S.A.) or (Canada) Off (U.S.A.) or (Canada) Intermittent operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada) Low speed operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada) High speed operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada) Temporary operation Wiper intervals can be adjusted when intermittent operation is selected. Increases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency Decreases the intermittent windshield wiper frequency Washer/wiper dual operation Pulling the lever operates the wipers and washer. Wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. Rain-sensing windshield wipers When “AUTO” is selected, the wipers will operate automatically when the sensor detects falling rain. The system automatically adjusts wiper timing in accordance with rain volume and vehicle speed. The sensor sensitivity can be adjusted when “AUTO” is selected. (U.S.A.) or (Canada) Off Rain-sensing wiper operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada) Low speed operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada) High speed operation (U.S.A.) or (Canada) Temporary operation When AUTO mode is selected, the sensor sensitivity can be adjusted by turning the switch ring. Increases the sensitivity Decreases the sensitivity Washer/wiper dual operation Pulling the lever operates the wipers and washer. The wipers will automatically operate a couple of times after the washer squirts. Note: The windshield wipers and washer can be operated when The engine switch is in ON. Dripping prevention wiper sweep After washing and wiping operation several times, the wipers operate one more time after a short delay to prevent dripping. However, this function will not operate while driving. Effects of vehicle speed on wiper operation Vehicle speed affects the intermittent wiper interval. Sensor Rain-sensing windshield wipers Raindrop sensor (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers) The raindrop sensor judges the amount of raindrops.An optical sensor is adopted. It may not operate properly when sunlight from the rising or setting of the sun intermittently strikes the windshield, or if bugs, etc. are present on the windshield If the wiper switch is turned to the “AUTO” position while the engine switch is in ON, the wipers will operate once to show that AUTO mode is activated. When the sensor sensitivity ring is turned toward high while in “AUTO” position, the wipers will operate once to indicate that the sensor sensitivity is enhanced. If the temperature of the raindrop sensor is 185°F (85°C) or higher, or 5°F (-15°C) or lower, automatic operation may not occur. In this case, operate the wipers in any mode other than AUTO mode. If no windshield washer fluid sprays Check that the washer nozzles are not blocked, if there is washer fluid in the washer fluid tank. Front door opening linked windshield wiper stop function (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers) When “AUTO” is selected and the windshield wipers are operating, if a front door is opened, the operation of the windshield wipers will be stopped to prevent anyone entering/exiting the vehicle from being sprayed by water from the wipers, provided the vehicle is stopped with the parking brake applied or the shift lever in P. When the front door is closed, wiper operation will resume. Warning: Caution regarding the use of windshield wipers in AUTO mode (vehicles with rain-sensing windshield wipers) The windshield wipers may operate unexpectedly if the sensor is touched or the windshield is subject to vibration in AUTO mode. Take care that your fingers, etc. do not become caught in the windshield wipers. Caution regarding the use of washer fluid When it is cold, do not use the washer fluid until the windshield becomes warm. The fluid may freeze on the windshield and cause low visibility. This may lead to an accident, resulting in death or serious injury. Notice: When the washer fluid tank is empty Do not operate the switch continually as the washer fluid pump may overheat. When a nozzle becomes blocked In this case, contact your Toyota dealer.Do not try to clear it with a pin or other object. The nozzle will be damaged.